Hiralal Movie (2021): Story, Star Cast, Release Date, Music, OTT & Box Office Update
Hiralal Movie (2021): Story, Star Cast, Release Date, Music, OTT & Box Office Update
Hiralal (2021) is one of the most awaited Drama, History, Biography films in Hindi cinema, bringing together a talented cast and crew under the Bengali banner. The film has sparked widespread discussion among Hindi cinema fans for its bold premise, its choice of genre, and the calibre of talent involved in front of and behind the camera. From its story to its theatrical release plans, here is everything Bbbollywood fans need to know about this hotly anticipated production. With director Gopi Bhagat at the helm, the film is set to make a significant mark on the Hindi film industry this year.
Quick Facts
| Release Date | 5 March 2021 |
| Genre | Drama, History, Biography |
| Language | Bengali |
| Runtime | 2h 18m |
| Director | Gopi Bhagat |
| Producer | Indrajit Roy |
| Writer | Sounava Bose |
| Cinematography | Gopi Bhagat |
| Editor | Sujay Datta Ray |
Story & Plot
The Bengali-language biopic looks back on Hiralal Sen, who is credited with making India’s first advertising film and political documentary.
Cast & Crew
Hiralal is helmed by Gopi Bhagat and produced by Indrajit Roy, with Saswata Chatterjee, Kharaj Mukherjee, Shankar Chakraborty, Anuska Chakraborty, Arna Mukhopadhyay, Bidyut Das leading the film. Saswata Chatterjee headlines the cast alongside a carefully chosen supporting ensemble drawn from Bbbollywood's growing and versatile talent pool. Each cast member brings their unique strengths and experience to the project, creating a dynamic ensemble that promises powerful on-screen performances. The chemistry between the lead actors has been a talking point in promotional discussions, and audiences can expect nuanced, layered portrayals from every member of the cast.
Lead Cast
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Saswata Chatterjee | Jamshedji Framji Madan |
| Kharaj Mukherjee | Girish Chandra Ghosh |
| Shankar Chakraborty | Sen Babu, owner of JawbaKusum Hair Oil |
| Anuska Chakraborty | Hemangini Devi |
| Arna Mukhopadhyay | Amarendranath Dutta |
| Bidyut Das | Actor |
| Parijat Chaudhuri | Hiralal's daughter |
| Tannistha Biswas | Kusum Kumari |
| Adhikari Koushik | Tarini Ukill |
| Partha Sinha | Motilal Sen |
| Ashish Bhowmick | Actor |
| Shuvomoy Chatterjee | Actor |
| Chiranjeeb Ganguly | Actor |
| Jayanta Mitra | Actor |
| Jayanta Ghosh | Actor |
| Asok Dasgupta | Actor |
| Nimai Ghosh | Actor |
| Kinjal Nanda | Hiralal Sen |
| Sounava Bose | Dialogue |
| Sounava Bose | Casting |
| Sujay Datta Ray | Editor |
| Gopi Bhagat | Director of Photography |
| Arun Roy | Director |
| Indrajit Roy | Producer |
Key Crew
See the full crew breakdown in Quick Facts above, including director, producer, music direction, writing, cinematography, and editing credits.
Director's Vision
Gopi Bhagat brings a distinct and considered vision to Hiralal, shaping its drama, history, biography narrative with a sharp eye for authentic Hindi storytelling. Known for meticulous attention to production detail, the director has assembled a technical crew that reflects the ambition of this project — from the cinematography and production design to the editing and sound design. The visual language of Hiralal is expected to reflect the emotional texture of its story, using lighting, framing, and location choices to build a vivid and immersive world for the audience.
Music & Soundtrack
Music plays a central and irreplaceable role in Hindi cinema, and Hiralal is expected to feature a soundtrack that perfectly complements its drama, history, biography tone and emotional arc. Full album details, song titles, and composer credits will be updated as they are officially released by the production team. Fans can expect a mix of melodious and peppy tracks that reflect the spirit of the film and the cultural heartbeat of India.
Official Trailer
Where to Watch
Hiralal arrives in cinemas throughout India, releasing in major centres such as Delhi, Pune, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Mumbai. The Cinema Verse strongly encourages Hindi cinema fans to experience this film on the big screen — the theatrical experience, with its immersive visuals, surround sound, and shared audience energy, brings the story of Hiralal to life in a way that no home viewing can replicate. Supporting Hindi films in cinemas also directly helps the Bbbollywood industry grow and produce more high-quality content for audiences everywhere.
Why Watch Hiralal?
With its promising cast, strong creative team, and a story that taps into the pulse of Hindi society, Hiralal has generated significant buzz and anticipation among Hindi cinema audiences. Fans of drama, history, biography films in particular have reason to look forward to this one, given the quality of talent assembled and the ambition of the production. Social media has been buzzing with discussions about the film's trailer, posters, and music — all of which point to a major release that could define this season for Bbbollywood. Box office observers are closely watching Hiralal as a potential standout film of the year.
